Radiological Technology (BPRA800)

Radiological Technology (BPRA800):at a glance

Program Length

Radiological Technology (BPRA800)

Delivery Method

Part time

Start Date

January 11, 2020

Tuition

$5,000 + $250 (laboratory fees)

Application Deadline

September 30, 2019

Program Code

BPRA800

Program Information

This course has been specifically designed to help prepare internationally educated medical radiological (x-ray) technologists for the national certification examination. In this intensive, fifteen (15) week course, you will review core theory components and obtain thorough preparation to write the CAMRT certification exam. This course integrates practical and didactic learning and consists of 11 modules.

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Questions about the Radiological Technology Bridging Program at Michener?

Applicants to the BPRA800 bridging program must have the following Required Supporting Documents:

Provide a copy of the letter Assessment(Decisions, Order and Reasons of the Registration Committee’) from the College of Medical Radiation Technologist of Ontario (CMRTO) which states that you are eligible to take the CAMRT licensing exam.

Applicants, for whom English is a second language, must pass the Michener English Language Assessment (MELA). Provide the MELA test report as proof of English language proficiency. One must have a minimum score of 8 in all 4 components (Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading) of the MELA test. Please note, other language tests including IELTS, TOEFL, CAN test or CLB, are not accepted. MELA is an entry requirement to the program. Please review our English Language Policy for exemptions.

Applicants must be Canadian Residents (Landed Immigrant/Permanent Resident, Canadian Citizen or Refugee status) to be considered for enrollment to the program.

1. Any outstanding supporting documents NOT submitted with the online application, can be sent by email directly to: regoffice@michener.ca The deadline for submitting outstanding documents is September 30, 2019 (January Intake only).

2. Applications for the January intake will be assessed in October. A firm offer of admission may only be given to applicants who have met all the admission criteria and have submitted all required supporting documents by the application deadline.

3. Bridging Program seats are limited (20 seats per intake) and offered on first-come, first-qualified, first-accepted basis. All other candidates will be placed on a wait list. Offers will continue to be sent to candidates on the wait list until the program is full. Any applicants remaining on the wait-list are encouraged to apply early for the next intake of the program. Online applications for the January intake will open July 1, 2019.

4. If you intend to apply for the Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP) you must submit a hardcopy of the OBPAP Bursary Application Form by mail or in person to:

Registrar’s Office -Bridging Program
The Michener Institute of Education at UHN
222. St. Patrick Street
Toronto, ON M5T 1V4

Eligible students will be notified of their eligibility and any remaining tuition fees due at the time they receive their offer of admission. For more information, please refer to ‘Bursary Funding’ or visit: OBPAP FAQ’s

Internationally educated doctors (Medical Graduates) don’t qualify for the program unless they meet the basic criteria as mentioned above.

Can I take just the simulated labs portions of the Bridging Program courses?

No.The program is designed to support participant success in both theory and simulated experience. In order to achieve this success and better prepare participants to write the CAMRT certification exam for radiological technologists (X-Ray); it is mandatory for participants to attend both components of the program.

What are the English language requirements to enroll in the Bridging Program?

To be eligible to enroll in the program, one must obtain a MELA test with a minimum score of 8 in all 4 components (Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading). One may attempt the MELA test up to a maximum of 3 times.

Even if you have taken IELTS, CAN test, TOEFL, or any other language test, applicants are still required to take the MELA test. Please review our English Language Policyfor exemptions.

What is the MELA?

TheMichenerEnglishLanguageAssessment, orMELA, is a standardized, sector-specific, English language proficiency test. MELA measures English language proficiency based on communication that is typical in health care training or practice settings. The test is referenced to the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), a Canadian framework for English language proficiency. MELA scores are used by post-secondary institutions and regulatory bodies as approved and acceptable demonstration of communicative competence to academic purposes or professional practice.

Can I attempt MELA more than once?

Yes. One may attempt the MELA test upto a maximum of 3 times. ContactMELA information deskfor further assistance.

What types of supports will I receive once I have enrolled in Michener’s Bridging Program?

Bridging Program participants will have access to the following student support services offered at the Michener Institute.